The Indiana Network
While the Indiana may be known as the Hoosier State, there is certainly Pioneer Pride . With over 900 DU alumni, students, parents, and friends, there are plenty of connection opportunities. The Indiana Network hosts a wide variety of events for new graduates and seasoned professionals alike through baseball outings, watch parties, and annual Day of Service. The Indiana Network is eager to connect with you and is open to alumni, parents, current or prospective students, and friends of DU. Connect with your Network Leader below or reach out to your staff liaison to learn how to get more connected. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Featured Volunteer Leaders
Meet Lynn Ray
Hello! I have a passion for the health and fitness field and have over 20 years working as a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I work in program and project management. I graduated from DU's Daniels College of Business with an MBA and have a Bachelor of Science from Purdue University. I love connecting with DU alumni, DU family, and friends of DU. In addition, I enjoy volunteering in leadership with Delta Gamma. Please connect with me today!
Connect with LynnAnnual Events
Check out some of our annual events!
- DU Night Out with the Indianapolis Indians
- Annual family tradition with pregame networking and connecting reception.
- Annual Service Day
- Alumni and friends are participate in a public good project benefiting the local area.

Staff Leader
Meet Brent Thompson
Director of Regional Engagement
Brent helps guide strategy and execute engagement efforts of all alumni, families, parents and friends across the country and in select international networks as well as develops a programmatic portfolio for the regions in collaboration with Denver-based advancement team. Brent's goal is to create a culture of lifelong engagement and volunteerism among constituents in the regional markets and networks that builds our pipeline for campaign philanthropy and long-term engagement for the University's Global Network.
Brent has served in a number of different roles throughout his 15-year career in higher education for the University of Oklahoma, University of Texas system and now with the University of Denver. He is also adjunct faculty for the Executive Education in Daniels. Brent has worked in several different capacities including employer relations, career development, accreditation, and alumni engagement. Brent is a proud University of Denver and University of Oklahoma graduate and his entire wardrobe is crimson!
Connect with Brent
Connect With Us
VOLUNTEER
If you want to share your time and talent in any way outside mentoring and networking, check out VolunteerDU at volunteering.du.edu This portal is a menu of volunteer opportunities and your open door to engage with the DU community. Choose from a variety of one-off and ongoing projects that are meaningful to you.
The DU Career Network provides connections for life! Whether you're a current student, recent grad, or friend of the University, we all have something in common: a desire to connect and help each other. Unique job opportunities, career support, a chance to mentor or seek mentorship, and countless resources are all available to you here, in one place. https://crimsonconstellation.du.edu/v2/
If you have any questions about volunteering with DU, please email alumni@du.edu.
CONNECT WITH INDIANA NETWORK LEADERS
Please email lynnray@outlook.com to connect with a DU Mississippi Network leader today!
CONNECT WITH DU STAFF LEADER
Please email brent.thompson@du.edu to connect with a DU staff member.
Looking for more ways to connect with DU? Please email alumni@du.edu.

Sign up to be a Network Leader
If you're interested in learning more about how you can become a DU Network Leader in Indiana, please click the button below and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your interest!